Course Objectives

This new course for auditors has been extended to five days to allow time for the inclusion of the soft skills that auditors will be tested for by GFSI. It will provide an understanding of the Standard in terms of the new protocol and requirements as well as how to apply them in audit situation. As well as providing an in-depth guide to the requirements of the Standard, attendees will also learn how to undertake a BRC audit including the planning and reporting of the audit.

This course will provide attendees with an in-depth understanding of the revisions to the format and content of the Standard and includes particular reference to the changes in response to the issues and concerns of the food industry. The course is designed to equip attendees with the skills and knowledge to successfully implement the Standard on-site.

All attendees will be issued with a Certificate of Attendance by SAI Global. On passing the examination, attendees will be issued with a BRC Third Party Auditor Certificate.

Prerequisites

Prior to attending the course, attendees must have:

A working knowledge of quality management systems and auditing within the relevant manufacturing sector.

Completed a HACCP course of at least two days duration

Read and reviewed a copy of the Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 7

Who Should Attend?

Certification body auditors or new auditors seeking registration

Technical and Quality Managers who wish to gain an in-depth understanding of the audit process